The exhibits were really interesting. The volcano model and videos helped me understand how volcanoes are formed.
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Sakurajima Visitor Center
Your prime pre-check before any Sakurajima trip! A free information center.
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Situated just a 10-minute walk from the Sakurajima Ferry Terminal, the Sakurajima Visitor Center is the perfect place to learn about Sakurajima and Kirishima-Kinkowan National Park, a coveted destination classified as part of the Sakurajima-Kinkowan Geopark. Drop in for videos, dioramas, interactive exhibits, and a deep look into the island’s unique nature and history.
The center is divided into seven themed zones. Highlights include the Theater Room, featuring a 200-inch screen; the Eruption Video Corner, where visitors can experience the dramatic sounds and visuals of the Showa Crater eruptions that occurred hundreds of times annually in the 2010s; as well as lava displays, geological cross-section models, and an intricate diorama of Sakurajima. Together, these exhibits vividly showcase the island’s volcanic activity, natural environment, and history.
Make sure to check the on-site giftshop for local specialty products like camellia oil and original Sakurajima Visitor Center goods. It’s also a great place to pick up sightseeing information, making it the ideal first stop for anyone exploring Sakurajima.
Highlights
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A free admission facility packed with essential information for sightseeing on Sakurajima.
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Features a variety of exhibits introducing Sakurajima and Kirishima-Kinkowan National Park.
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Includes a museum shop offering commemorative goods and local specialty products from Sakurajima.
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Immersive eruption footage brings the volcano’s power to life
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Geological cross-section models of Sakurajima on display
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A theater room equipped with a massive 200-inch screen
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Don’t miss the museum shop for unique souvenirs
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A must-visit first stop when exploring Sakurajima
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do you have signs or pamphlets in foreign languages? (If you do, which languages are available?)
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Yes, we have.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
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Yes, it is.
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Are coin lockers available?
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Not available.
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Are there restrooms available?
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Yes, there are.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 桜島ビジターセンター
- Postal Code
- 891-1419
- Address
- 1722-29 Sakurajimayokoyamacho, Kagoshima City, Kagoshima
- Telephone
- 099-293-2443
- Closed
- Open every day
- Business Hours
- 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Admission
- Free
- Access
- 10-minute walk from the Sakurajima Ferry Terminal
- Credit Cards
- Accepted
- Official Website
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Official Website (Japanese)
Official Website (English)